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| Here in NJ the Halloween snow storm hit us hard, 2nd storm so far this year that has knocked out power for several days in a row. My wife has asked about a generator to run furnace, fridge etc. We have natural gas so fuel isn't an issue.
Our home has windows on all 4 sides so we would have to put a pad at least 20ft from the home, but local regulations say that it would have to be at least 20ft from the property line. This causes me problems. A guy I know said he heard of people having generators installed in a spare garage bay and providing ventilation via permanent piping to the outside. I tried searching but can't seem to find a generator that is advertised for interior use. Anyone ever hear of this or is my buddy blowing hot air up my you know what? |
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- Posted by fruitjarfla (My Page) on Fri, Nov 4, 11 at 8:33
| Propane or natural gas generator against the rules? |
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| Talk to the "local ordinance folks" and explain that you can't meet the criteria, is a variance possible? Alternately, have the wiring installed, but use a portable that you drag out and connect when needed. Good luck, Ev |
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| "A guy I know said he heard of people having generators installed in a spare garage bay and providing ventilation via permanent piping to the outside." Yes, this can be done. It requires a flexible intermediate to the hard pipe to prevent vibrations from the generator stressing pipe/generator exhaust header. Tuning will likely be required depending on length/size of discharge. This is often done industrially. |
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| I will have to start making phone calls, thank you for your help. |
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